Student Recruitment Manager

Williamsburg Charter High School•Brooklyn, NY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Williamsburg Charter High School is a public charter high school in Brooklyn, New York, serving students in grades nine through twelve. Its mission is to provide young people with a rigorous liberal arts education and prepare them to become skilled workers and literate citizens. The Recruitment Manager establishes protocols and procedures that align with the school’s philosophy and mission and help create a welcoming environment for students, families, and staff. The role is a strategic thought partner to the Head of School in developing and executing plans for marketing, student recruitment, and enrollment. The Recruitment Manager leads the Recruitment/Enrollment team and oversees the Student Recruitment/Enrollment Coordinator. The position combines student recruitment, communications, and operational coordination. The manager works closely with recruitment and enrollment staff, instructional staff, and the operations team. Flexibility is required to meet the needs of prospective students; the work may at times involve daytime, evening, or weekend activities and travel.

Requirements

Unwavering high expectations for all students.
Bachelor’s degree required.
At least three years of experience in operations, including at least two years of management experience.
Experience as a results-driven business leader, with a commitment to operational and financial excellence and to using data and assessments to guide operational and financial decisions.
Technological proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, QuickBooks, and other financial management and HR software.
Excellent communication skills with diverse stakeholders, including teachers, parents, guardians, and students; clear writing, facilitation, and public-speaking skills.
Flexibility in work schedule according to the needs of prospective students; work may involve daytime, evening, and/or weekend activities and travel.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred.
Charter school experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead the Recruitment/Enrollment team in meeting student recruitment, enrollment, and retention objectives.
Plan and execute open houses, tours, targeted outreach, and other recruitment activities.
Strengthen relationships with feeder schools, local organizations, community groups, stakeholders, and media outlets to develop the prospective-student pipeline.
Streamline enrollment processes, emphasizing efficiency, accuracy, and consistent follow-up with families.
Collaborate with the Manager of Special Needs and Grade Counselors to review transcripts and IEPs and support appropriate student placement and accommodations.
Engage the Parent Council as recruitment ambassadors who share the school’s mission and successes with their networks and community.
Recruit Student Ambassadors to present at open houses, represent the school at fairs, and collect social media content.
Manage recruitment programs, including Freshman Summer Bridge and High School Shadowing Days.
Lead external communications, including website management, social media, and outreach.
Develop strategies to communicate the school’s mission, vision, and successes to families, staff, and the broader community.
Manage school-wide updates, including family newsletters and calendars.
Assist the Accountability and Development Manager with data collection and state reporting.
Partner with the operations team on uniform and school supplies inventory, staff coverage, scheduled in-school and sports events, and records and document collection.
Oversee scheduling for school foods, testing, and field trips.
Supervise the Student Recruitment/Enrollment Coordinator.
Perform additional duties as assigned by the supervisor.